Texas Senate Race Tightens | Annapolis News

Annapolis News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 5, 2026 · 1m

New polling shows a razor-thin race in Texas’ Senate contest, with Democrat James Talarico narrowly leading Republican Ken Paxton across three recent surveys — including a two-point edge in the latest from Texas Southern University. Consistent results place Talarico around 50%, while Paxton hasn’t cracked that mark. Experts note Talarico’s performance rivals Beto O’Rourke’s 2018 run, signaling a fiercely competitive race. Though Talarico’s team is riding the momentum, the tight margins and poll error mean the outcome remains uncertain — and Paxton’s camp hasn’t commented. This is one to watch…